Pemetrexed Disodium Powder
NDC Package 29930-243-62

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is an UNFINISHED DRUG part of the official NDC directory. Unfinished drugs include products like active ingredients some of which are used in bulk for further processing or compounding. The FDA requires a list of these drugs manufactured in a U.S. commercial distribution facility.

Pemetrexed Disodium powders is pemetrexed is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as lung cancer, mesothelioma). This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Suzhou Lixin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., this product is identified by NDC 29930-243.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
29930-243-62
Package Description
1 BAG in 1 BAG / 1 kg in 1 BAG (29930-243-61)
Product Code
29930-243
11-Digit Billing Format
29930024362

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Pemetrexed Disodium
Non-Proprietary Name
Pemetrexed Disodium
Substance Name
Pemetrexed Disodium
Dosage Form
Powder - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.
Active Ingredient(s)
PEMETREXED DISODIUM 1 kg/kg
Usage Information
Pemetrexed is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as lung cancer, mesothelioma). It is a chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Suzhou Lixin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT - A category specifying that a product is marketed as a bulk ingredient.
Start Marketing Date
10-02-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 29930-243-62 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bag in 1 bag / 1 kg in 1 bag (29930-243-61) of Pemetrexed Disodium (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Suzhou Lixin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.. This powder is formulated for use and contains pemetrexed disodium as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Suzhou Lixin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. on October 02, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Pemetrexed is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as lung cancer, mesothelioma). It is a chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

How is this Suzhou Lixin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 29930024362. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
29930-243-62
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
29930-0243-62

Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.